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Dr. Tony Shao, MD

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Specializes in: Vascular Surgery

SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine (2013)

Professional interests include: arterial thrombosis, embolectomy, peripheral vascular disease, and more.

2121 Santa Monica Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90404

(310) 829-8618

Dr. Tony Shao, MD is a vascular surgeon in Miami, FL specializing in vascular surgery. He graduated from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine in 2013 and has 12 years of experience. Dr. Tony Shao, MD is affiliated with Providence, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital , Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center and SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MULTI-SPECIALTY CENTER INC.

Office Locations

1321 Nw 14th Street Suite 600
Miami, FL 33125

(305) 243-8272

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Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center

2121 Santa Monica Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90404

(310) 829-8618

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5805 Sepulveda Boulevard Suite #690
Sherman Oaks, CA 91411

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Some issues Dr. Tony Shao, MD can help you with:

Angiogram (Angiography)

Angiography is the use of x-rays to examine blood vessels, especially in order to identify any blocked or misshapen vessels that may cause problems. The test itself is called an angiogram. Some of the disorders that angiograms can be used to diagnose include:

Blockages and narrowing
Weakened walls and bulging, called an aneurysm
Malformations and misshapen blood vessels
Kidney artery conditions
Aorta artery conditions
Vein problems, including deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and blood clots or embolisms

During an angiogram, the doctor inserts a very thin, flexible tube called a catheter into a blood vessel through an opening in the groin or arm. The catheter is threaded through the body to the site of the suspected problem, where a small amount of dye is injected into the bloodstream and x-rays are taken. The dye makes the surrounding blood vessels visible via x-ray.

If necessary, certain procedures can be performed after an angiogram while the catheter is in place. Angioplasty is the use of a catheter to widen narrowed or blocked arteries. Stents are like tiny coiled springs that hold blood vessels open, and they can be placed during a catheterization. Damaged heart valves can also be repaired or replaced.

A typical angiogram takes about an hour to perform, but it may be longer if the catheterization is used to perform procedures on the blood vessels. It may be uncomfortable at times but is usually not painful. Afterwards, patients may be monitored for up to six hours to make sure any bleeding from the insertion site has stopped. They are given fluids to help flush the dye from their body. For a day or two after an angiogram it is important for patients to drink plenty of fluids and keep strenuous activity to a minimum.

Peripheral Bypass Surgery

Peripheral bypass surgery is a procedure that reroutes blood flow around a blockage in the arteries of the arms or legs. Atherosclerosis, or plaque buildup, can affect these arteries in a condition called peripheral artery disease or PAD. A thick, waxy substance composed of cholesterol and minerals builds up within the blood vessels, and in severe cases it can clog arteries. Without enough blood getting to the muscles, patients can experience weakness and pain. Peripheral bypass surgery opens up a new pathway for blood to flow where it is needed. Sometimes peripheral bypass surgery is used when arteries are damaged, for instance, by a severe injury. While it can be performed in the arms, it is most commonly done in the calf, knee, thigh, or hip.

During surgery, the blockage is identified, and an incision is made to expose the artery. The surgeon prepares a tube, called a graft, to be used as the bypass. Sometimes this tube is synthetic, and sometimes a piece of the patient's own vein or artery is used. The ends of the bypass graft are attached to the artery above and below the blockage. Now blood can simply flow around and continue on its way.

After a peripheral bypass, patients may need to spend a couple of days in the hospital while doctors make sure the bypass is working and not leaking. If the bypass was done in the leg, doctors may check the pulse in the feet to make sure blood is flowing well. Patients may experience some swelling in the area where they had surgery. Raising an arm or leg will help. Patients will likely be back to normal activities within 2-3 weeks.

Stroke

A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when a blood vessel supplying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is ruptured or blocked. The brain cannot function without a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients, so when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, even for a brief moment, brain cells begin to die. When a sufficient number of brain cells die, the brain itself can no longer function, meaning that strokes are very dangerous. Strokes can result in impaired movement, speech, cognitive ability, the impairment of important physical functions, and even death.

Anyone can have a stroke, regardless of age and health. Strokes are known to happen at random. However, certain conditions and behaviors can increase one's risk of stroke over time.

Risk factors for stroke include:

Heart disease
Older age
Smoking
Diabetes
High blood pressure
High blood cholesterol and lipids

There are two main types of stroke: ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke. Ischemic stroke occurs more commonly and is when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked. Blockages are caused by blood clots and built-up plaque (deposits of fat and cholesterol), which leads to atherosclerosis, a condition where the blood vessels narrow and harden. The resultant restricted blood flow may lead to an ischemic stroke by blocking essential oxygen to the brain, causing the heart to exert more effort to pump blood.

Hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel in or around the brain ruptures. The burst vessel leaks blood into surrounding brain tissue, causing irreparable brain damage.

Hemorrhagic strokes are less common and may occur from head injuries, brain aneurysms, brain tumors, and bleeding disorders, amongst other conditions.

Both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes require immediate medical treatment. Medical intervention can prevent severe and life-threatening brain damage. Signs of stroke include:

-Disorientation or confusion

-Difficulty speaking

-Difficulty walking

-Impaired vision

-Weakness in the face, legs, or arms

-Severe headaches

When someone suspected of having a stroke reaches the hospital, the patient will usually receive a CT or other scan that provides an image of the brain. The scan results can reveal clotted or leaking blood in the brain. Physical exams, neurological exams, and blood tests may also be used to check for blood clotting and sugar. Treatment begins generally immediately if a stroke is detected.

Medical treatment for ischemic strokes includes a thrombolytic medicine which breaks up and disperses blood clots. This medicine can greatly improve stroke recovery and long-term health. However, the thrombolytic medicine must be administered as soon as possible to achieve these results. Other treatments for ischemic strokes are blood thinners and thrombectomy, a surgical procedure to remove a blood clot in the brain. Thrombectomy is performed by inserting a catheter (thin needle) into the artery to reach the blood clot and mechanically remove it. With the clot removed, normal blood flow to the brain resumes. Thrombectomy is typically performed at most six hours after a patient shows signs of a stroke.

Hemorrhagic strokes are treated with blood-saving medication and surgery. For a hemorrhagic stroke caused by the rupture of an aneurysm (blood vessel bulges), surgery to stem the bleeding aneurysm and vessel may be used. One surgical technique is stent-assisted coiling, which adds a stent (small wire-meshed tube) into the blood vessel to block the leaking opening of the aneurysm. A non-surgical procedure is endovascular coiling, where a catheter (thin, hollow needle) places a platinum wire coil at the spot of the aneurysm. The coil blocks bleeding and prevents the aneurysm from continuing to leak blood. These procedures are usually combined with blood-thickening medications. Blood transfusions may be administered if substantial blood loss has occurred.

Since stroke patients may have lost some essential functions while the blood flow to their brains was obstructed, both ischemic stroke and hemorrhage stroke patients may receive post-stroke rehabilitation to rebuild their physical and mental abilities. Some restorative treatments include occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Patients may also receive care from neurologists, who can assist patients in recovering certain brain functions and cognitive abilities, and rehabilitation psychologists, who may help patients with their emotional, behavioral, and cognitive recovery. Some stroke patients require lengthy rehabilitation and may never fully regain function, while others may recover more quickly. While the fastest recovery improvements are usually seen in the first three or four months, stroke rehabilitation can last for years.

If someone begins to show signs of stroke, contact emergency services and call 9-1-1 immediately since blood flow must be restored as soon as possible to help avoid significant brain damage. If an ambulance takes the person to the hospital, paramedics can initiate stroke treatment as soon as the patient enters the ambulance, allowing for more prompt medical intervention and care.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Tony Shao, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

inpatient hospital care

By Affordability:

duplex ultrasound

lower extremity venous ultrasound

lower extremity venous duplex

vascular studies

vascular ultrasound

venous duplex ultrasound

venous ultrasound

In 2023, among providers in related specialties within Florida, Dr. Tony Shao, MD performed more inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital) procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of them and he also had a list price for duplex ultrasound, lower extremity (leg) venous ultrasound, lower extremity venous duplex, vascular studies, vascular ultrasound, venous duplex ultrasound, and venous ultrasound that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 10%

By Affordability:

ankle brachial index

carotid duplex ultrasound

carotid ultrasound

vascular physiologic studies

In 2023, Dr. Tony Shao, MD had a list price for ankle brachial index (ABI), carotid duplex ultrasound, carotid ultrasound, and vascular physiologic studies that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within Florida. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tony Shao, MD treated as a vascular surgeon in Miami, FL during 2020 were ultrasound (sonogram), vascular procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tony Shao, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	35
inpatient care	35
ultrasound (sonogram)	48
vascular procedures	48

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tony Shao, MD.

**Gender**
Male	58
Female	66

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	26
Black	0
Hispanic	74
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	47
From 75 to 84	36
85 and over	12
Less than 65	29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tony Shao, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Tony Shao, MD treated during 2020 were high cholesterol, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	66
Depression	48
Chronic Kidney Disease	74
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	54
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	29
Diabetes	60
Dementia	30
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tony Shao, MD treated as a vascular surgeon in Miami, FL during 2021 were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tony Shao, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	20
doctor visit	94
hospital care	129
inpatient care	129
pelvic imaging	20
ultrasound (sonogram)	217
vascular procedures	256

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tony Shao, MD.

**Gender**
Male	213
Female	209

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	104
Black	0
Hispanic	216
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	155
From 75 to 84	122
85 and over	49
Less than 65	96

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tony Shao, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Tony Shao, MD treated during 2021 were high cholesterol, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	17
Ischemic Heart Disease	70
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	73
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	51
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	33
Diabetes	65
Dementia	28
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tony Shao, MD treated as a vascular surgeon in Miami, FL during 2022 were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tony Shao, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	18
doctor visit	100
hospital care	123
inpatient care	123
pelvic imaging	18
ultrasound (sonogram)	173
vascular procedures	225

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tony Shao, MD.

**Gender**
Male	207
Female	173

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	104
Black	0
Hispanic	196
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	123
From 75 to 84	117
85 and over	55
Less than 65	85

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tony Shao, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Tony Shao, MD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	22
Ischemic Heart Disease	54
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	35
Heart Failure	47
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	36
Diabetes	56
Dementia	26
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tony Shao, MD treated as a vascular surgeon in Miami, FL during 2023 were hospital care, inpatient care, vascular procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tony Shao, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	48
hospital care	455
inpatient care	455
ultrasound (sonogram)	63
vascular procedures	81

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tony Shao, MD.

**Gender**
Male	163
Female	143

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	125
Black	40
Hispanic	127
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	97
From 75 to 84	98
85 and over	45
Less than 65	66

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tony Shao, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Tony Shao, MD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	25
Ischemic Heart Disease	61
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	62
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	36
Heart Failure	57
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	33
Diabetes	64
Dementia	22
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2020 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tony Shao, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Tony Shao, MD treated as a vascular surgeon in Miami, FL were hospital care, inpatient care, vascular procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

abdominal imaging	19
doctor visit	80
hospital care	185
inpatient care	185
pelvic imaging	19
ultrasound (sonogram)	125
vascular procedures	152

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2020 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tony Shao, MD.

**Gender**
Male	160
Female	147

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	10
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	89
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	153
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	93
85 and over	40
Less than 65	69
65 to 74	105

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tony Shao, MD From 2020 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Tony Shao, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	19
Ischemic Heart Disease	62
Depression	45
Chronic Kidney Disease	65
Asthma	13
Osteoporosis	14
Heart Failure	52
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	32
Diabetes	61
Atrial Fibrillation	28
Cancer	17
Dementia	26

Education & Training

Dr. Tony Shao, MD graduated from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine in 2013. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery, Vascular Surgery and has a state license in Florida.

Medical School: SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine (2013)

Board Certification: American Board of Surgery, Vascular Surgery

Licensed In: Florida

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Tony Shao, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence

Providence Holy Cross Medical Center

Valley Presbyterian Hospital

Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MULTI-SPECIALTY CENTER INC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Tony Shao, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Aetna HMO, Blue Shield of California, United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare, Health Net HMO, CIGNA HMO and Aetna Commercial.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Tony Shao, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Anthem Blue Cross HMO

Aetna HMO

Blue Shield of California

United Healthcare HMO

Anthem

Medicare Advantage

Humana Medicare Advantage

United Healthcare

Health Net HMO

CIGNA HMO

Aetna Commercial

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Tony Shao, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Stryker Corporation	$2,616 MONTEREY AL $2,616
Cook Incorporated	$1,530 ICAST COVERED STENT SYSTEM, 6MMX22MMX120CM $1,530
Medtronic, Inc.	$1,483 ENDURANT IIS $832	Abre $223	Valiant Captivia $211	Heli-FX EndoAnchor System $183	IN.PACT AV $18	Other $16
Penumbra, Inc.	$790 Indigo System $790
ShockWave Medical, Inc	$760 SHOCKWAVE IVL SYSTEM WITH THE SHOCKWAVE C2 CORONARY IVL CATHETER $760
Other	$3,857 Barostim Neo System $620	Auryon Laser System 100-120 Vac $529	HemoSphere $280	PriMatrix $209	Zilver PTX $205	Other $2,015

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$7,058
Travel and Lodging	$2,448
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$1,530

Biography

Dr. Tony Shao works as a vascular surgery. Dr. Shao attended medical school at SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine. He is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital.